I've just checked the HTTP Status codes for my site and found...

Discussion in 'Search Engine Optimization' started by Michelle., Jul 12, 2010.

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    97% of the hits (3009 hits) have a 500 Internal server Error. I know the bots visited my site before it was ready, but I've checked all the links on my site - they seem to be ok now- so is this something I have to worry about? will this stop me ranking well in the future?
     
    Michelle., Jul 12, 2010 IP
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    cashgen Well-Known Member

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    If not corrected, it sure will affect rankings but the extent depends on the weight placed on this within google algorithm. But once corrected, the bots will be back to your site again and note the correction with consequent positive effect/change to your rankings.
     
    cashgen, Jul 12, 2010 IP